In this best things to do in Luang Prabang post, you’re about to get first-hand tips on some of the top attractions and especially local food to eat, in one full action packed do-it-yourself-day-tour of the city.

Luang Prabang is an UNESCO World Heritage City, packed with culture, natural beauty, and delicious food, not to mention an atmosphere that will overwhelm you with relaxation.

You’re about to have an ultimate one-day tour of Luang Prabang!

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Sunrise on Phousi Mountain

1. 6 AM – Catch the Sunrise at Phou Si Mountain

Make sure you get a good night sleep (we had a fantastic stay at the budget Apple Guest House, or a great higher end option is Burasari Heritage Luang Prabang), and you’ll need to wake up early to make the most of your day.

The view of the Luang Prabang sunrise is completely unobstructed when you reach the top of Phou Si Mountain. The climb is all steps, short but steep, with a few switchbacks. This climb will take anywhere from 10-15 minutes, and there’s a small entry fee of 10,000 kip when you reach the temple. Seeing the sun come up – its an immediate payoff to reward your early morning fitness.

By the way, we got an insider tip that I’ll pass on to you – don’t climb the main staircase (the one across from the Royal Palace Museum), you will come down that way instead.

There are several entrances, and I recommend you start from a staircase next to the Ikon Club (Hungarian owned-small yet popular spot for live music). There are some red brick stairs and a large gap in the wall, find your way through the misty morning air and you’ll have the path to yourself.

Luang Prabang morning market
Wonderful morning market in Luang Prabang

2. 7 AM – Eat at the Morning Market

Exploring and snacking through Luang Prabang’s morning market is one of the best things to do in Luang Prabang – something you don’t want to miss.

From Phousi Mountain, walk back down the much larger staircase on the NorthWest side (museum side). Take a left when you reach the bottom of the stairs, and you will see the market sellers setting up shop on a small street about 100 meters down the road. This is where your morning market exploration and snacking begins.

The morning market in Luang Prabang is much more relaxed and low-key than the morning Khua Din market in Vientiane.

For the first time – Grilled Honeycomb with Eggs… Bee Eggs!

Enjoy the smiles from vendors as you double take at a few items I can guarantee you’ve not seen for sale on the aisles of any supermarket chain – if you’re lucky it will be the right time of year for traditional  grilled honeycomb. The one we had came with the bee’s larvae still inside.

Top Recommendation – she makes each Noodle Roll by hand.

Walking a bit further, be on the lookout for this wonderful little table under a big canvas umbrella. You sit at the chef’s table and watch as she uses her own technique of steaming, rolling, and wrapping at top speed, to make you a plate of hand-rolled noodle pouches, similar to Vietnamese banh cuon.

Here’s the small list of snacks we had, but there were just so many more things to try.

The morning market in Luang Prabang is one of the greatest places in the city to get a feel for the northern Laos culture, and along with delicious snacks, you’ll find an abundance of Lao food ingredients and genuinely friendly vendors.

Khao soi
Luang Prabang style khao soi

3. 9 AM – Its Time For (Another) Breakfast

Yes, you would be right to assume that among all the things to do in Luang Prabang, we think eating is a priority.

In Luang Prabang, you may have seen Khao Soi on a menu by now (a northern Lao noodle specialty, much different from most versions of khao soi in Thailand), and if you haven’t tried it, then you’re in for a treat.

This local  family serves each bowl of noodles with care, right from the doorstep of their own home. They open each morning, sell until they’re out, and they have been doing it here for almost 20 years.

Their Khao Soi is sensationally good.

They’ve maintained quality without having high prices – you can see they just love what they do by the fact that there are only 4 wooden tables for seating.

Be sure to make full use of the small mountain of herbs that accompanies each bowl. I asked for seconds on the soup actually, it was so smooth and meaty, perfectly warming in the chilly morning atmosphere.

Each bowl of Khao Soi will cost you 20,000 Kip, and I recommend also trying one of the coconut wedges that you see waiting on each table (wrapped in a banana leaf, or already arranged on a plate).

To get there: Walk East down the main street several blocks and pass the area where the monks will collect alms each morning (this area is blocked off until 7am, you will notice this intersection as it is right next to the ‘secret’ entrance to the Phou Si Temple climb). Continue a few blocks, the street is much more quiet, you will see the Wat Sene Temple on your left, and khao soi breakfast on your right.

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Most of the activities in this one day in Luang Prabang itinerary are included in this video. Press play to watch it now, or watch it on YouTube here.

Entrance to the entire courtyard is 20,000 LAK per person.

4. 10 AM – Visit a Temple

Read any Luang Prabang travel guide, and they’ll recommend visiting so many temples – and it’s true – on the small peninsula there’s a high density of temples.

Wat Xieng Thong is a group of temple buildings all decorated differently with a variety of purposes.

Full of history, vibrant and artistic, it is worth spending an hour or two exploring this large courtyard full of Laos’ religious culture.

Walk around, take your time experiencing the serenity that is the lifeblood of Luang Prabang. Learn about the traditions of Laos while the treats from this morning have time to digest. Be ready with renewed energy for the next round of deliciousness.

Another temple you can visit, directly opposite from the Khao Soi restaurant is the large Wat Sene temple.

Lao food
Som tam in Luang Prabang

5. 12 PM – It’s Som Tam time

Just about every street in this wonderful country will have at least one stand selling either Som Tam, Laos-style sausages, or both.

Everywhere we went, people were telling us how both dishes “are even better in Luang Prabang!” I have to admit, they were totally right. So now its time for some Tam Mak Hoong (Lao green papaya salad).

It’s what just about every local Laos person will be having for lunch, so there is no shortage of options. We found a great spot under an awning just down the road from L’Elephant French-Laos Restaurant (a great French restaurant, that additionally offers Vegan food in Luang Prabang).

Laotian food
Don’t miss the sun-dried pounded pork

The restaurant goes by the name on the sign “Green Papaya Salad,” and they offer indoor seating, and street seating under the abandoned awning of the building next door.

The green papaya salad is always a spicy (and therefore cooling), light meal during a day of walking. In addition to a couple of Laos salads, don’t miss out on the amazing sun dried, then fried and pounded pork that they offer here, and their house-made naem (soured pork), both of which are out of this world.

The restaurant is located along the peaceful Kounxoua road on the back side of Wat Nong Sikhounmuang temple.

South East Asia Travel Tip: If its really hot outside, don’t go too heavy on the sticky rice or you might want to take a nap.

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Amazing coffee at Saffron Coffee

6. 2 PM – Have Coffee at Saffron

No matter where you are in the city, one of the top things to do in Luang Prabang is to enjoy the views of the Mekong or Nam Khan Rivers.

The river breeze will always be cooler than that in the center of town, especially in the summer, so now would be a good time to sit beside one, take an afternoon break, and better yet, have a coffee in hand.

Saffron Coffee not only serves an amazing cup of coffee, but you can feel both their people-first attitude, and of course a love for coffee, as soon as you step in the door. It’s without a doubt the best coffee shop, for the quality of coffee, in Luang Prabang.

They have both indoor open-air and upstairs air-conditioned seating available, but the river-view seating across the street is just the spot for ultimate relaxation.

Sitting by the the riverside gave us a great chance to reflect on the trip, chat with friends, and just enjoy a seriously good cup of coffee.  Saffron is located very close to the Wat Xieng Tong temple and has a beautiful view of the MeKong River.

A large Americano costs 20,000 Kip, and I actually can’t count how many I had during my trip to Luang Prabang.

Warning: Eat your fill, or risk wanting to break airline rules regarding meat in carry-on baggage.

7. 4 PM – Sai Oua (Laos Sausage o’clock)

These sausages are one of the things you remember most when someone asks you, “So how was your trip to Laos?” I kid you not, this Luang Prabang sausage just might be the highlight of your trip.

A big bite off one of these spicy, meaty, herb-packed grill treats might change the way that your mouth views food.

You’ll find sai oua usually grilled on the side of the road over charcoal. The best version we found was along Kounxoua (the middle road on the Luang Prabang peninsula) near to Wisdom Laos Guest House.

We are serious when we emphasize that sai oua, is an attraction on its own in Luang Prabang, and it shouldn’t be taken lightly.

Mekong fish
Grilled Mekong river fish from the night market

8. 6:30 PM – Your Dinner Decision

By this time, perhaps after taking another stroll by the Mekong River, you’ll be ready to sit down for some more local Lao food for dinner.

You have a few decisions:

#1 Night Market – You could visit the evening street food market, where there are sure to be several great new dishes awaiting your discovery. You’ll find stalls selling Laotian curry dishes and rice, grilled fish and som tam, and vegetarian buffets that are one of the most budget (but greasy) options. Quality is variable.

The evening market is on the street just beside the morning market, and it won’t be hard to find due to the fact that almost every traveler in the entire town will also be heading there every evening of every week.

Best restaurants in Luang Prabang
Local food at Xieng Thong Phonsavahn Restaurant is outstanding

#2 Local Restaurant – However, our recommendation is that you take a quick stroll back towards Saffron coffee, continue on about 200 meters more towards the end of the peninsula, and let the chef at Xieng Thong Phonsavahn Restaurant knock your socks off with every single item on his menu.

Tips on How To Order like a Local: Laos food is at its ultimate best when the dishes work to compliment each other.

Make sure you order koi pa (similar to a perfect plate of laap), a fish salad, followed by something both creamy and rich. This restaurant does a masterful plate of a dish called jaew kee pa, it was even worth its own blog post. Be sure to eat some for me if you’re there, its made with fish eggs, fresh chili, roasted chili, dried chilies too, the rich umami-ness may leave you speechless!

Finally, finish off the order with some type of spicy and sour soup, a tom pla would be great as this family uses fresh-caught Mekong fish. Don’t forget a kra-tip of kao neaw (basket of sticky rice), or maybe a dish of Luang Prabang’s own algae-plant kaipen to munch on while you wait.

fruit shake
Luang Prabang night market

9. 8 PM – Luang Prabang Night Market

Every evening, the main Sisavangvong Road (which is the main road that runs through the historical peninsula of Luang Prabang) closes to motor vehicles, and a walking street market sets up.

At the market you’ll find an abundance of all this Laos, especially souvenir type of things like baggy elephant print comfy pants, bracelets, and ethnic tribal shoulder bags. There’s so much available, and so many stalls you’ll be amazed – and plenty of vendors sell pretty much the same thing.

Even if you’re not interested in shopping, the Luang Prabang night market is still a perfect place to take an evening stroll. Additionally, you can always grab a fruit shake at the front of the market.

The Local Brew – BeerLao. A solid choice for any riverside evening.

10. 9 PM – BeerLao

Now of course you could enjoy BeerLao before 8 pm, but if you haven’t already on this one day in Luang Prabang, now would be a great time to spend the rest of your evening just hanging out and enjoying the peacefulness of the city, and the amazing day you just had.

Relaxing and slowing down your pace of life is one of the best things to do in Luang Prabang.

Map of Luang Prabang

On this map of Luang Prabang you’ll find all the attractions and restaurant listed within this top things to do in Luang Prabang guide.

Reminder: The weather in Luang Prabang can change significantly from early morning to early afternoon, so you are going to want to have at least a long sleeve shirt in the morning, as well as shoes that you find comfortable. A hat and/or sunscreen would also be a good idea.

Additional Info: There are many day trip and other things to do in Luang Prabang. In case you are interested in any of the few hundred signs advertising the Kuang Si Waterfall, the Pak Ou Caves, or non-riding Elephant Excursions – Each of these are half-day trips, and require spending several hours round-trip in either a 4-person tuk-tuk (50,000 kip each) or private air-con minivan (500,000 kip rental for the entire day).

I hope you’ve enjoyed this do-it-yourself walking trip through a most wonderfully delicious and historically charming city in Laos.

Let me know in the comments section below what you love most about Luang Prabang!

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    This blog is totally for the foodie people coz I am so hungry now after reading your blog and watching those special images.

    • Joel Bruner

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      Hello Henry, yes you are right on with this assessment – I hope you enjoyed the food, the photos, thanks for your support! Take care, cheers

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    Such an awesome post with pictures & delicious food:)

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      Hello Usman, thank you for taking the time to respond, glad you liked it! cheers

  • Phil Doolittle

    5 years ago

    My daughter and I spent a week in Luang Prabang, and went to a lot of the places mentioned in your video. We went to the place with the jaew kee pa. When I ordered that, the man smiled and said ‘good choice’. Then he said something a couple of times I didn’t understand. Eventually I figured out he was saying ‘Mark Weins’ – so apparently your video must have brought some people in over time. Thanks for giving us some great recommendations.

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      You are awesome Phil, again, glad you went with your daughter (great choice, Luang Prabang!), glad you visited this restaurant.

  • Danial

    5 years ago

    Coffee at Saffron watching the long-tail boats by the Mekong River is tops. One of my favorite Luang Prabang moments!

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    Nice Post. Thanks for sharing a great post. I like it.

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      5 years ago

      Hi Fatima, thanks for your comments!

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    Nice work…

    • Joel Bruner

      5 years ago

      Thanks a lot Suhana!

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    • Joel Bruner

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      Jitender, thanks for reading, and thanks for your support!

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      You are very welcome, and I wish you a great day today as well!

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      No problem Shivani, have a great day!

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    5 years ago

    Don’t forget a kra-tip of kao neaw (basket of sticky rice), or maybe a dish of Luang Prabang’s own algae-plant kaipen to munch on while you wait….

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      5 years ago

      Have you had the Kai-Pen? Its such a perfect pre-dinner snack!

  • Justin

    6 years ago

    Absolutely breath-taking photos…. What an amazing job you do capturing people in a natural element, bringing out the “sense of place”, and making us want to go where you’ve been.

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    6 years ago

    Morning freshy food experience! That’ll be great. Thanks for this information.

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    6 years ago

    Hi,
    Very good article.thanks for sharing.
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    6 years ago

    Lots of food option. Thanks for sharing.

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    6 years ago

    So much time for food! This is an awesome itinerary!

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    6 years ago

    Great post Mark.I love reading to your blog, your photographs and everything is super amazing.

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    6 years ago

    Perfect Itinerary Mark:) You made my plans and travel easier. Keep going.

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    6 years ago

    Such awesome photos, as usual. What kind of camera do you use?

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    6 years ago

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    6 years ago

    I love this blog and design of this blog.
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  • Flirt Chatting

    6 years ago

    I never tried these food but looks amazing and yummy i hope when i will come i must try some of these.

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    6 years ago

    I have never been there but this post is amazing. Images are made this post more beautiful.

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    6 years ago

    thanks for the great information about this

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    6 years ago

    A boy, who loves taking the road less traveled is drawn to new experiences and cultures, enjoys never ending conversation with the locals and feels a constant urge to explore the beautiful world. Traveling to the remote corners, meeting new people, sampling local delicacies, exploring different cultures and lifestyle has become my passion. I believe that every place has its unique mystical character and some awesome stories which are mostly unexplored and unheard. The urge of going to different places, experiencing something new and living a life that I have designed for myself has become an addiction. Getting lost in the map has become my favorite.Awesome content and tips for Luang Prabang Destination. Keep posting such content..

    • Joel Bruner

      6 years ago

      Thats beautiful, thank you very much for reading and for responding in such depth! I am also inspired by such things, thank you for the thoughtful comments.

  • Mina

    6 years ago

    Yummy food really!. Thanks for sharing.

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    6 years ago

    Interested to try their food. I am especially curious with the grilled beehive!

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    6 years ago

    Do you ever visit Indonesia?
    If no, may be you need to spend some time to go there specially go to Yogyakarta. You will find a lot of street food there, and i recommend that you try nasi kucing / “sego kucing” and wedang uwuh.

  • Colin Clapp

    6 years ago

    Thanks for this great foodie day out Mark! We’ve just booked to be here for my birthday in September. Do you have any recommendations for a family friendly spot to enjoy a birthday meal where our 4-year old will feel she can ‘play’. (We’re currently in Bali and several restaurants have ‘playgrounds’ so these often become our ‘go to’ spots. Cheers. Colin

  • Amy Chung

    6 years ago

    I was in Vietnam recently and I really wanted ot add Luang Prabang to the itinerary but I simply couldn’t fit it in. In saying that I would have had to probably rush which is something I hate doing when I travel. I had no idea Luang Prabang is an UNESCO World Heritage City and htis makes all the difference to me. The preservation of the city’s authemticity is so important nowadays. Oh… and the food…… yum!!

    • Joel Bruner

      6 years ago

      Thank you Amy! Yes, it is so worth the trip. This city is just the epitome of Peace.

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    6 years ago

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    • Joel Bruner

      6 years ago

      Youre very welcome Sonali, thanks for writing!

  • same day taj mahal tour by car

    6 years ago

    Thanks for sharing these all interesting things with us. Luang Prabang is exceptional for both its rich architectural and artistic heritage that reflects the fusion of Lao traditional urban architecture with that of the colonial era. Its remarkably well-preserved townscape reflects the alliance of these two distinct cultural traditions.

  • Matilda

    6 years ago

    Luang Prabang is one of my favorite cities. Great itinerary you’ve covered all the highlights in one day but I recommend people stay at least 3 days because there is so much to do.

  • Arunas

    6 years ago

    Interesting read and nice photos. I have never been to Laos. This land looks unique and beautiful.

  • Shubham Sahu

    6 years ago

    Hi admin, I went through your article and it’s totally awesome. I am searching for a blog about the food in the SEA, and my search ends with your blog. Keep on updating your blog with such awesome information.
    Thanks

  • Andrew Brod

    6 years ago

    Waw! this is really amazing blog very entertaining, Thank you for sharing????????

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    6 years ago

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  • Sonali Gupta

    6 years ago

    Interesting post. Sounds good about your memories. and I would like to visit luang prabang. So could you suggest me that how can I visit under my budget?

    • Joel Bruner

      6 years ago

      Hi Sonali, so this was not quite a ‘budget’ trip in 2018, but I have taken lower-budget visits to Luang Prabang, and Central and Southern Laos, several times before (2009 and 2011 I believe). I have the articles in the ‘Laos’ section, under the heading of Asia, accessible from the home page tabs.

  • Bell

    6 years ago

    Hello Mark, I always read your blog very well. I’m surprised about your travel experiences. I wonder how you can find such delicious food, restaurants and wonderful places. If there is a tip associated with this, could you give me a little more information? I’m getting vicarious satisfaction from posting in your blogs. I want to live on a nice trip like you. It always cheers up by reading blogs. Thank you.

    • Mark Wiens

      6 years ago

      Hey Bell, thank you very much. Oftentimes I reach out on social media to get recommendations, or I ask locals that I know living there. Then I also do some local research local blogs about food as well. And sometimes I just walk around and see what looks good!

  • Lala

    6 years ago

    Mark – awesome recommendations. Just one small correction. Lao people called smashed papaya salad, tam mak hoong. som tam is the Thai word for it. We do refer to any smashed salad as tam som.

  • Giovanni Esposito

    6 years ago

    Interested to try their food. I am especially curious with the grilled beehive!

  • Jai

    6 years ago

    it is a very cool place to visit but can you suggest how much amount carry to visit doluang prabang?

  • Pla Thao

    6 years ago

    Those passion fruit!!!! I love spicy Laos food!!! Loving every food blog and keep up the good work????

  • Keo

    6 years ago

    Keep it up Mark you are amazing and thank you for all the wonderful video.

  • Bret Russell

    6 years ago

    Great Luang Prabang video and travel guide! I see that you have included drone footage in your recent videos – a nice addition – however, you don’t include your drone equipment in your gear description. Can you provide info on this? Thanks!

    • Mark Wiens

      6 years ago

      Hey Bret, thank you very much. Yah that’s a great idea, I need to update my equipment list, but I’ve been using a Mavic Pro.

  • Rosa

    6 years ago

    Great video! I was there about 2 years ago with my mother and we actually did everything you did and ate at the same places except for the last place you went to. What a coincidence. It’s one of my favorite places in Laos. I love your pictures and videos. My 13 yr old actually introduced me to your page. Definitely recommend everyone check it out. It won’t disappoint.

    • Mark Wiens

      6 years ago

      Hey Rosa, awesome to hear that. Glad you had such a good time visiting Luang Prabang as well!

  • FlyingRat

    6 years ago

    Great article, and brought back so many memories! I spent a week in LP several years back over Pii Mai (equivalent of Songkran) and had soo many memorable meals. In particular, there was a little restaurant whose name I can’t remember where you went down a steep flight of steps and sat on a deck overlooking the Mekong – it was a great place to enjoy the sunset and have a Beer Lao and some snacks, including sausage and fried river seaweed.

    • Mark Wiens

      6 years ago

      Awesome to hear that, glad you have such great memories of Luang Prabang as well. What at amazing town, with delicious food!

  • Nasser

    6 years ago

    Hi Mark, I always enjoy your videos. I always wonder how can you eat so much and be so skinny. I am a big guy 6’2″ and 240 lbs but can’t eat as much as you. I love it when you show how they make the food. Keep on doing the amazing job that you do.

  • Sabs

    6 years ago

    What a busy place it seems to be! Lively and colorful!

    • Joel Bruner

      6 years ago

      Laos truly is a great country to visit!

  • paul

    6 years ago

    Great one Mark, really enjoyed it. Also the video was a lot of fun.
    Thank you
    Paul

  • Bernz JP

    6 years ago

    That sun-dried pounded pork and the charcoal grilled Laos sausage looks so amazingly delicious. Can’t stop looking at the pictures. I will have to share this t my Twitter followers. Thanks for the great photos, Mark.

  • Behnam

    6 years ago

    Hello, ‘mark’ as always great _ Thank you _ behnam